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Duke of Edinburgh’s World tour 1959 on HM Yacht Britannia, a fascinating photographic record of the Duke’s visit to numerous destinations between Rangoon and Nassau including Burma, Singapore, Sandakan and Lanasi Island, with 74 photographs and an annotated map, all bound in a blue leather album embossed in gilt with the Royal Yacht badge and legend ‘H.M.Yacht Britannia’. English, 1959.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lymington, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU973031809602
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